Poket Valas is a smart and practical solution for travelers looking to make foreign currency transactions abroad!
Managing multiple currencies with ease is one of the most sought-after features by those who frequently travel overseas. Avoiding the hassle of traditional money exchange and enjoying better exchange rates is a major priority for many. This is where innovative digital finance tools like Poket Valas by BCA come into play.
What is BCA Poket Valas?
Poket Valas is a digital wallet feature available within the myBCA app, designed to help users store, exchange, and transact in multiple foreign currencies easily.
As of now, Poket Valas supports transactions in 16 foreign currencies, including:
- USD (US Dollar)
- SGD (Singapore Dollar)
- CNY (Chinese Yuan)
- EUR (Euro)
- AUD (Australian Dollar)
- JPY (Japanese Yen)
- GBP (British Pound)
- HKD (Hong Kong Dollar)
- MYR (Malaysian Ringgit)
- THB (Thai Baht)
- CHF (Swiss Franc)
- CAD (Canadian Dollar)
- DKK (Danish Krone)
- NZD (New Zealand Dollar)
- SEK (Swedish Krona)
- SAR (Saudi Riyal)
Note: This feature is available exclusively through the myBCA app, which is separate from BCA’s regular mobile banking app.
Benefits of Using BCA Poket Valas
In addition to convenience, Poket Valas offers a range of attractive benefits:
Competitive Exchange Rates
Enjoy more competitive and transparent rates compared to traditional currency exchange. Rates are updated in real-time, allowing users to choose the most favorable time to convert their funds.
Easy Access & Transactions
Manage all your foreign currency transactions directly through the myBCA app—no need to visit bank branches or money changers.
Multi-Currency in One Account
Poket Valas lets you hold up to 16 currencies in a single account, making it easier to transact internationally without opening separate accounts.
Hassle-Free International Transactions
Use Poket Valas to shop online or travel abroad without additional conversion fees—transactions are processed in the local currency wherever you go.
How to Activate BCA Poket Valas
To use Poket Valas, you must activate it first via the myBCA app. Here’s how:
- Log in to your myBCA account.
- Tap "Poket", then select "Activate Now" > Continue.
- Choose "Activate Poket Valas", read the product summary, tick the agreement box, then tap Agree.
- Select your funding source.
- Choose the foreign currency and input the initial deposit amount. Select your transaction purpose and tap Continue.
- Read and agree to the Poket Valas Terms, then tap Continue.
- Confirm the foreign exchange purchase, tap Agree.
- Review the activation summary, tap Continue, enter your PIN.
- The activation is complete, and Poket Valas is ready to use!
How to Use BCA Poket Valas
Here are some common functions available in the app:
Check Your Poket Valas Balance
- Log in to your myBCA account.
- Tap "More" under the Poket section.
- Your balance will be displayed.
Top Up Your Poket Valas
- Log in to myBCA.
- Select the currency wallet you want.
- Tap "Add Funds".
- Choose your funding source and enter the desired amount.
- Confirm the transaction purpose and agree to the terms.
- Confirm details, enter your PIN—top-up is complete.
Transfer Between Poket Valas Wallets
- Log in to myBCA.
- Choose the currency you want to use.
- Tap "Transfer", choose the destination account.
- Select source and target currency, enter amount.
- Confirm transaction purpose and agree to the exchange statement.
- Verify the details, enter your PIN—transfer is successful.
With all its convenience and features, Poket Valas BCA is a go-to solution for anyone needing to transact in foreign currencies—whether for travel, business, or online shopping.
So don’t forget to activate your Poket Valas BCA before your next overseas trip!
